2016 Toyota Sequoia
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Toyota Sequoia is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.
2016 Toyota Sequoia at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2016 Toyota Sequoia recalls 3
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles accessorized with Southeast Toyota accessory 20-inch Rockstar wheels installed by Southeast Toyota or a Southeast Toyota dealer. The Rockstar wheels were installed with lugnuts that may crack and detach.
Fix: SET will notify owners, and dealers will install new replacement lugnuts, free of charge. The recall began June 23, 2017. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET17A.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB10 and 21TA10.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain JTEKT power steering gear assembly service parts for 2007-2021 Tundra and 2008-2022 Sequoia, part numbers 44250-0C160, 44250-0C131, 44250-0C170, and 11250-0C121. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 17, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 21TH01.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2016 Toyota Sequoia common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2016 Toyota Sequoia MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2016 Toyota Sequoia costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2016 Toyota Sequoia trims & engines on record
2016 Toyota Sequoia vehicles on record
Other Toyota Sequoia model years
2016 Toyota Sequoia — frequently asked questions
Does the 2016 Toyota Sequoia have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2016 Toyota Sequoia. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Toyota Sequoia?
Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, vehicle speed control, electrical system.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Toyota Sequoia get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2016 Toyota Sequoia at about 15 mpg combined (13 city / 17 highway).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.